Sambhal, March 14 -- Amdist tightened security, and the Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh witnessed peaceful Holi celebrations. Friday prayers were also performed peacefully on the occasion of the second Jumma of the holy Ramzan month at the Shahi Jama Masjid here.

Sambhal Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Vandana Mishra said that the processions celebrating the festivities were carried out peacefully, as everyone cooperated, which sent a message of peace.

"Along with Holi, the Jumma namaz was performed peacefully. We have managed to celebrate both things peacefully. The processions were also carried out peacefully. Everyone cooperated. This gives the message that peace remains in Sambhal. Force was deployed to manage the crowd and mainta...